Issued by the Central Bank of Uruguay in 1975, this 1 Nuevo Peso banknote is part of the currency series introduced following the monetary reform that replaced the Peso Ley. The Nuevo Peso marked an important transition in Uruguay’s economic history during the mid-1970s.
The obverse features a portrait of a notable national figure, denomination numerals, and decorative guilloche patterns, with inscriptions in Spanish, reflecting the official language and design style of the period.
The reverse depicts architectural, cultural, or symbolic motifs associated with Uruguay, framed by classic ornamental designs typical of Latin American banknotes of the era.
Issuer: Central Bank of Uruguay
Denomination: 1 Nuevo Peso
Year: 1975
Dimensions: Approx. 145 × 70 mm
Material: Paper
Security features: Watermark, guilloche patterns
